With off-season prices surging and export turnover accelerating, Vietnam is forecast to surpass Thailand to become the world’s largest durian exporter in 2026.

In recent years, the sector has shifted from a production-oriented mindset to an agricultural economic approach. Instead of focusing mainly on output, it now prioritises quality, added value and brand building.

Hanoi has announced a clear timeline to phase out all gasoline and diesel taxis, aiming for a fully electric and green-powered fleet within the next five years.

After unveiling the Galaxy S26 lineup, Samsung surprised many by confirming the uncertain future of two once heavily rumored devices: Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy Z TriFold 2.

The Vietnam Mathematical Society has announced the winners of its highest honor, recognizing remarkable contributions to teaching and academic excellence.

Vietnamese companies are reporting higher logistics, insurance and raw material expenses due to escalating Middle East tensions, prompting revisions to financial plans, pricing and delivery schedules for forthcoming orders.

These days in Hoi An, foreign visitors are delighting in hands-on experiences of carpentry and mat weaving at Kim Bong, a craft village with a history spanning more than 500 years.

The Prime Minister has approved in principle the urgent development of a railway linking Ho Chi Minh City and Long Thanh Airport.

A broad sell-off on March 3 wiped billions from the fortunes of Vietnam’s richest, reshuffling the billionaire rankings in a single volatile session.

Hanoi attracted 335.6 million USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first two months of 2026, reflecting steady investor interest in the capital city.

The Department of Overseas Labour under the Ministry of Home Affairs on March 1 requested enterprises to suspend sending workers to the Middle East until the situation there is brought under control and stabilised.

Vietnam Airlines has adjusted flight routes between Vietnam and Europe to avoid conflict-affected airspace in the Middle East, reaffirming that passenger and crew safety remains its top priority.

The PM asked the newly appointed to decisively guide their ministries and agencies in performing assigned tasks.areas.

Qatar Airways (QR) has continued to cancel flights to and from Vietnam due to the impact of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV).

The 12th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival 2026 will run throughout March, the municipal Department of Tourism told a meeting on March 3.

In a directive issued on March 3, VIMAWA Director Le Do Muoi instructed shipowners, crewing firms and shipping companies to conduct thorough risk assessments and adjust operations as needed, including preparing alternative shipping routes.

Tran Quyet Chien and Nguyen Tran Thanh Tu propelled Vietnam to the second World Three-cushion Championship for National Teams title after defeating Germany in the final on March 1.

According to the latest update from the VIMAWA, as of late March 3, Vietnam has eight vessels with 160 crew members operating in the Middle East.

Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang today reiterated VN opposition to the use of force against sovereign nations while responding to reporters’ questions regarding the recent escalation of severe tensions in the Middle East.

The National Steering Committee for Search, Collection and Identification of Martyrs' Remains convened today to outline its 2026 tasks and launch a nationwide campaign to accelerate the identification and repatriation of martyrs’ remains.

All three acts presented by the Vietnam Circus Federation secured awards at the International Circus Festival Gold Elephant (Festival Internacional del Circ Elefant d’Or 2026), held in Girona, Spain, from February 27 to March 3.

The Embassy of Japan held a formal reception in Hanoi on March 3 evening to celebrate the 66th birthday of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito.

The 19th Xuan Hong (Red Spring) Festival officially opened in Hanoi on February 3, with organisers aiming to collect 10,000 units of blood over the course of the campaign.

While not caught off guard by the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s postponement, Vietnam and coach Kim Sang Sik must now navigate added uncertainty ahead of the Malaysia rematch.

Authorities say the former minister received more than VND7 billion linked to two major hospital projects and has since returned part of the funds.